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University of Texas M D Anderson Cancer Center Program

Radiation Oncology residency program in Houston, Texas, sponsored by University of Texas M D Anderson Cancer Center.

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About University of Texas M D Anderson Cancer Center Program

ACGME code
4304822099
Program director
Chelsea Pinnix
Location
Houston, Texas
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
6
First-year spots
Applicants
182
Latest cycle
Interview rate
20.9%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
4%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

University of Texas M D Anderson Cancer Center Program is a university Based Radiation Oncology residency program in Houston, Texas, sponsored by University of Texas M D Anderson Cancer Center. It offers 6 first-year positions, higher than the typical Radiation Oncology program (2).

In the latest application cycle the program received 182 applications and invited about 20.9% of applicants to interview. That makes it more selective than most Radiation Oncology programs, which interview about 29.4% of applicants.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 4% of current residents, compared with a median of 7% across Radiation Oncology programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 45 hours a week in their first year. The program offers research track.

Requirements and screening

USMLE Step 1 is pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the score programs screen on. These are the details IMGs most often need before deciding whether to apply.

  • Step 2 CK minimum score
  • Step 2 CK scores of interviewed applicants
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
6
Interview rate
20.9%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates96%
  • US DO graduates0%
  • US IMGs0%
  • Non-US IMGs4%

Demographics

  • Women42%
  • Men58%
  • White54%
  • Asian29%
  • Black or African American21%
  • Hispanic or Latino17%

Contact and location

Program director
Chelsea Pinnix
Program coordinator
Denise De La Cruz
Coordinator phone
(713) 792-2534
Program phone
(713) 563-2445
Sponsoring institution
University of Texas M D Anderson Cancer Center

Department of Radiation Oncology 1515 Holcombe Boulevard, Unit 1422 Houston, TX 77030 Open in Google Maps

University of Texas M D Anderson Cancer Center Program: frequently asked questions

Does University of Texas M D Anderson Cancer Center Program sponsor visas?

Yes. University of Texas M D Anderson Cancer Center Program sponsors J-1 visas for residents. Visa policies can change between cycles, so confirm with the program coordinator before you apply.

Is University of Texas M D Anderson Cancer Center Program IMG-friendly?

About 4% of residents at University of Texas M D Anderson Cancer Center Program are international medical graduates, so the program accepts some IMGs. For comparison, the median Radiation Oncology program has 7% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 visas.

How many residency positions does University of Texas M D Anderson Cancer Center Program offer?

University of Texas M D Anderson Cancer Center Program offers 6 first-year Radiation Oncology positions, and 6 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is University of Texas M D Anderson Cancer Center Program?

University of Texas M D Anderson Cancer Center Program received 182 applications and interviewed about 20.9% of applicants. The typical Radiation Oncology program interviews about 29.4%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for University of Texas M D Anderson Cancer Center Program?

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has University of Texas M D Anderson Cancer Center Program's Step 2 CK minimum and score range of interviewed applicants. Unlock the screening details above to see them. Across Radiation Oncology programs, the median Step 2 CK score of interviewed applicants is about 250.

Where is University of Texas M D Anderson Cancer Center Program located?

University of Texas M D Anderson Cancer Center Program is located at Department of Radiation Oncology 1515 Holcombe Boulevard, Unit 1422 Houston, TX 77030. Its sponsoring institution is University of Texas M D Anderson Cancer Center.

Who is the program director of University of Texas M D Anderson Cancer Center Program?

The program director is Chelsea Pinnix. The program coordinator, Denise De La Cruz, is the usual contact for application questions.